Estimating Guides
How Many Fasteners do I Need?
Siding Nail Estimator
Nails need to fasten 1,000 square feet of siding (approx)
| Siding Width | Type | 16" Center | 24" Center |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6" | Plain or Rabbeted Bevel, T&G | 2,050 | 1,360 |
| 6" | Shiplap, V Rustic, Channel Rustic | 2,050 | 1,360 |
| 8" | Plain or Rabbeted Bevel, T&G | 1,450 | 960 |
| 8" | Shiplap, V Rustic, Channel Rustic | 4,100 | 1,920 |
| 8" | Board & Batten | 2,808 | 1,880 |
| 10" | Plain or Rabbeted Bevel, T&G | 1,150 | 760 |
| 10" | Shiplap, V Rustic, Channel Rustic | 2,900 | 1,520 |
***** This chart is intended as a guide only *****
Siding nails should be long enough to penetrate at least 1-1/2" into the studs or studs and sheathing combined
Suggested Nailing Methods
Deck Fastener Guide
Nails or screws need to fasten 100 sq feet of decking
| Deck Boards | 16" OC | 24" OC |
|---|---|---|
| 2" X 4" | 535 pcs | 400 pcs |
| 2" X 6" | 435 pcs | 325 pcs |
Based on 2 fasteners per joist
16" spread for diagonal decking
** This chart is intended as a guide only **
Pilot Hole Guide for Annular Thread Nails
| Nail Gauge | Pilot Hole | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardwood | Softwood | |
| 14 | 5/64 | 1/16 |
| 13 | 3/32 | 1/16 |
| 12 | 7/64 | 5/64 |
| 10 | 1/8 | 3/32 |
| 8 | 9/65 | 1/8 |
Screw Pilot Hole Guide
| Screw No. | Softwood | Hardwood |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 1/16" | 5/64" |
| 7 | 1/16" | 3/32" |
| 8 | 5/64" | 3/32" |
| 10 | 3/32" | 7/64" |
| 12 | 7/64" | 1/8" |
